Happy To Get The Hell Out of Palo Alto!
/To me, being successful means...
Survive and be active
My definition of success has changed over time.
I don't have to be famous! I don't have to be rich!
From Theodore Roosevelt - Comparison is the thief of joy.
/ The Duck Pond/ Michal PasternakTo me, being successful means...
I have not achieved these yet, but its what I picture. Relying as little on material wealth as possible. Having a few close friends, not many virtual friends. Feeling like a part of a community.
My definition of success has changed over time.
Ive come to accept that the ingredients for success do not follow a formula (i.e. college, marriage, children, owning a home etc.)
The winding road is more beautiful than the direct route
/ Pizza My Heart/ Michal PasternakTo me, being successful means...
Being in the process of creativity and in the company of people who make you feel good inside...while able to feed yourself food that makes your body feel good and work well.
My definition of success has changed over time.
It used to be more about money and accomplishments
Single dad of a teenager juggling career, music, and fatherhood
/ Foothill Park/ Michal PasternakTo me, being successful means...
Coming from an environment that puts a high value on traditional ideas of financial/professional success, I've realized that there are many paths to, and many definitions of success. For me, success is being able to take care of your family, if you choose to have one, and living within your means, whatever they are.
My definition of success has changed over time.
"stuff" is less important to me
I'm finally enjoying the journey.
/ The Prolific Oven/ Michal PasternakTo me, being successful means...
Having meaningful relationships with friends and family. Having enough money to live a decent life. Knowing yourself well enough that you can be honest with yourself and others about your strengths and weaknesses.
My definition of success has changed over time.
The college you go to does not determine how your life will go.
Get busy livin
/ Anywhere where there weren't parents./ Michal PasternakTo me, being successful means...
Being happy
My definition of success has changed over time.
Less about title and money, more about relationships
Success in Palo Alto will prepare you for a cut-throat world
/ Michal PasternakTo me, being successful means...
Not having to worry about where you'll be in 10 years
My definition of success has not changed over time.
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/ Lucie Stern Center - Palo Alto Children's Theatre/ Michal PasternakTo me, being successful means...
Having fun, being content., recognizing what is truly important: the relationships we build and maintain. Free of overriding worries, i.e., not enough food/shelter and means of earning income.
My definition of success has changed over time.
Growing up, I thought success was defined by how successful one was in their chosen career.
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High school experience: 7/10, Grades: B's and C's, Foothill College, Wholesale Trade, Retail Trade, Finance and Insurance, Management of Companies and Enterprises, California
There is no singular definition for success.
High school experience: 7/10, Grades: B's and C's, Foothill College, Wholesale Trade, Retail Trade, Finance and Insurance, Management of Companies and Enterprises, California
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High school experience: 8/10, Grades: A's and B's, Iowa State University, Foothill College, De Anza College, University of West Indies, California, Iowa, West Indies, Retail Trade, Finance and Insurance, Professional Scientific and Technical Services, Administrative and Support Services, Educational Services, Health Care and Social Assistance, Arts Entertainment and Recreation, Accomodation and Food Services, Public Administration, Nonprofit
High school experience: 8/10, Grades: A's and B's, Iowa State University, Foothill College, De Anza College, University of West Indies, California, Iowa, West Indies, Retail Trade, Finance and Insurance, Professional Scientific and Technical Services, Administrative and Support Services, Educational Services, Health Care and Social Assistance, Arts Entertainment and Recreation, Accomodation and Food Services, Public Administration, Nonprofit
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High school experience: 2/10, Grades: Mostly A's, Northwestern University, Florida International University, California, Florida, Oregon, New York, Illinois, Nonprofit, Public Administration, Accomodation and Food Services, Administrative and Support Services, Finance and Insurance, Information, Transportation and Warehousing, Utilities
High school experience: 2/10, Grades: Mostly A's, Northwestern University, Florida International University, California, Florida, Oregon, New York, Illinois, Nonprofit, Public Administration, Accomodation and Food Services, Administrative and Support Services, Finance and Insurance, Information, Transportation and Warehousing, Utilities
High school experience: 9/10, Grades: B's and C's, De Anza College, California, Oregon, Washington, Agriculture Forestry Fishing and Hunting, Utilities, Construction, Retail Trade, Transportation and Warehousing, Real Estate Rental and Leasing, Management of Companies and Enterprises, Administrative and Support Services, Waste Management and Remediation Services, Other Services (except Public Administration), Public Administration
High school experience: 9/10, Grades: B's and C's, De Anza College, California, Oregon, Washington, Agriculture Forestry Fishing and Hunting, Utilities, Construction, Retail Trade, Transportation and Warehousing, Real Estate Rental and Leasing, Management of Companies and Enterprises, Administrative and Support Services, Waste Management and Remediation Services, Other Services (except Public Administration), Public Administration
High school experience: 9/10, Grades: B's and C's, De Anza College, California, Oregon, Washington, Agriculture Forestry Fishing and Hunting, Utilities, Construction, Retail Trade, Transportation and Warehousing, Real Estate Rental and Leasing, Management of Companies and Enterprises, Administrative and Support Services, Waste Management and Remediation Services, Other Services (except Public Administration), Public Administration
